Between Natural Cure and Water/Psychic typing, Starmie carves out a strong competitive niche. It clears status conditions when it switches out, which gives it an edge most Pokemon in its stat range don't have. An original Gen 1 pick.
The stat budget goes to damage. Speed and Sp. Atk carry the offense, HP doesn't even come close. A Mysterious Pokemon on a slow 1.25M XP grind, worth 2 Speed EVs per KO.
Its sparkling core is called “the gem of the sea.” This core can be made into high-priced accessories that are traded in secret.
It rotates its geometrically shaped body to swim through the water. It always seems to be sending out mysterious radio waves.
Starmie Weakness
VulnerableElectric, Grass, Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves hit Starmie for super-effective damage. With 6 resistances, the defensive profile is strong. 5 weaknesses means you'll want teammates that can handle the coverage gaps.
Getting Starmie requires an evolution item, not just grinding levels. The chain starts at Staryu. Breed this form to get Staryu eggs (average hatch time). HP grew the most through evolution (+30 over Staryu), and Starmie peaks at 520 total stats.
How to Evolve
Breed with Starmie to get Staryu eggs (with patience) from the Water3 egg group.
Ditto onlyThe recommended build leans into Starmie's strengths as a special attacker. Life Orb provides extra damage on every hit for a health trade, and max Sp. Atk and Speed EVs back that up. Analytic rounds out the package.
Best Build
Best Starmie Moveset
- Rapid Spin
- Ice Beam
- Thunderbolt
- Hydro Pump
Recommended Teammates
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Starmie. TMs unlock coverage across 9 types and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Hydro Pump and Dream Eater into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Reminder Moves
Transfer Moves
Starmie starts showing up in early-game fishing spots at moderate rates across 6 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Starmie in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Staryu is your first catch on the way to Starmie. You'll find fishing, gift, and more encounters from Lv. 10-55 across 18 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch StaryuEASYRoute 7Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-2335%EarlyRouteShaking spotEASYRoute 7Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-2335%EarlyRouteShaking spotEXTREMERoute 7Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-185%EarlyRouteEXTREMERoute 7Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-185%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSHano BeachUltra MoonGrassLv.22-2570%MidWaterEFFORTLESSHano BeachUltra SunGrassLv.22-2570%MidWaterEASYPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.21-275%MidEASYPoké Pelago - Ula'ula Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.21-275%MidEASYPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.37-435%LateEASYPoké Pelago - Poni Island reachedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.37-435%LateMODERATEPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra MoonGift from NPCLv.49-554%PostMODERATEPoké Pelago - Elite Four defeatedUltra SunGift from NPCLv.49-554%Post
Step 2Starmie ✓Route 7Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-18EarlyRouteSOS from StaryuRoute 7Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-23EarlyRouteSOS from StaryuRoute 7Ultra SunSuper RodLv.10-18EarlyRouteSOS from StaryuRoute 7Ultra MoonSuper RodLv.10-23EarlyRouteSOS from StaryuHano BeachUltra MoonGrassLv.22-25MidWaterSOS from StaryuHano BeachUltra SunGrassLv.22-25MidWaterSOS from Staryuor evolve from Staryu (Step 1)
Natural Cure changes the entire equation for Starmie. The 520 BST doesn't tell the full story. Ranked A-Tier as a sweeper.
Staryu evolves into Starmie using a Water Stone. Starmie is the fully evolved form. At 520 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
Natural Cure is what you want on Starmie. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Illuminate, Analytic) work on paper but Natural Cure is what makes Starmie worth using. With base 115 Speed, Natural Cure gives Starmie an edge before opponents can react.
Base 115 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Starmie is a mixed attacker — base 75 Attack and 100 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Enough bulk to take a hit or two. Best used as a sweeper.
Starmie appears in 20 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
One of the original 151, Starmie has appeared in 20 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A